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Despite a rare velocity dip and early exit in his latest start, Zack Wheeler's season‑long dominance remains intact, prompting a measured response from manager Don Mattingly and analysts.
From early 20th‑century strikeouts to modern home‑run records, baseball’s rich history is marked by unforgettable performances and the legends who created them.
Major League Baseball’s owners have introduced a collective salary cap for the first time, prompting a fierce response from the players’ union. Star players including Juan Soto and Bryce Harper have publicly opposed the measure, which could limit their earnings and affect the 2027 season.
All‑Star players and the MLB Players Association push back against a proposed salary cap that could reshape contracts and the 2027 season.
All‑Star pitchers and superstars are pushing back against Major League Baseball’s plan to institute a salary cap, raising concerns about player contracts, the 2027 season and the future of collective bargaining.
The four‑day MLB All‑Star Village offered meet‑and‑greets with legends, unique culinary treats and a showcase of baseball history, marking the city’s fifth hosting since 1996.
With the current collective bargaining agreement set to expire in December, Major League Baseball's first salary cap proposal since the 1994-95 strike has sparked a united front among top players who fear restricted earnings and diminished rights.
Jaylen Brown's trade to the Philadelphia 76ers and Jayson Tatum's reflections on their nine‑year partnership dominate recent NBA headlines.
The Los Angeles Dodgers lead the pack despite injuries, while the Colorado Rockies teeter on the edge of another 100‑loss season. The Milwaukee Brewers have surged, and 24 teams are within six games of a playoff spot, making the upcoming trade deadline a focal point for contenders and sellers alike.
Matt and Ryan Keator revealed how they rejected an initial Anaheim proposal, explored the market, and helped Leo Carlsson sign a front‑loaded Flyers offer that reshaped the NHL’s contract landscape.
Two recent wins under interim head coach Ryan Richter highlight a Union roster in flux, with key players awaiting contract decisions amid a reshaped MLS schedule.
John Davidson's extensive history with the New York Rangers and Columbus Blue Jackets brings a wealth of playing, executive and broadcasting experience to the Buffalo Sabres, where he will serve as senior adviser.
The Detroit Red Wings have signed 27‑year‑old defenseman Ronnie Attard to a one‑year, two‑way contract, guaranteeing a league‑minimum NHL salary of $850,000 and an AHL salary of $300,000. The move adds depth to a crowded blue line and sets the stage for a competitive training camp.
A Monday night shooting at James Finnegan Playground left four people wounded, including three basketball players and a lawn‑mower, while three suspects were arrested with several guns found nearby.
Jordan Walker became the first Cardinals player to win the 2026 Home Run Derby, hitting 12 homers in the final round and securing a million‑dollar prize, while a Phillies slugger finished empty‑handed despite a 30‑homer effort.
Jordan Walker won the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby, tying with Willson Contreras in the opening round and defeating Junior Caminero before beating Kyle Schwarber in the finals, while expressing a desire to inspire black youth to pursue baseball.
Six University of Texas players were drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, extending the program’s streak of annual selections since 1965 and highlighting the impact of head coach Jim Schlossnagle.
Analysts identify six rising stars who could dominate fantasy lineups next season.
Justin Wrobleski, a 26‑year‑old right‑hander who played one season at Oklahoma State, is poised to become the first All‑Star from the university since 2002, joining a wave of Oklahoma‑born talent across baseball, golf and high‑school football.
Matt Keator and Ryan Keator slowed talks with the Anaheim Ducks to gauge Connor Bedard's contract, prompting a $90 million offer sheet from the Philadelphia Flyers that the Ducks matched, boosting Carlsson's salary and reshaping the market for elite young centers.
The 2026 Home Run Derby proves that baseball can thrive as a standalone spectacle, while Netflix's coverage stumbles under unnecessary production flourishes.
Bryce Harper’s remarks during the Home Run Derby highlight the potential for a lockout as owners prepare to confront players over a salary cap and draft reforms, a dispute that could reshape baseball’s future.
All‑Star representatives Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper voice strong opposition to a league‑wide salary cap, warning that it could lock down earnings and spark a showdown before the 2027 season.
Former Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Radko Gudas has signed a six‑year, $9 million contract with the Florida Panthers, a deal notable for its low $1.5 million average cap hit and its potential to shape the team’s defensive outlook.